# Wireless on The No Agenda Show

Wireless comes up in 39 chapters across 37 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2008 to February 2026.

- **Chapters:** 39
- **Episodes:** 37
- **Discussed:** April 2008 – February 2026
- **Related topics:** [At&t](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/at-t.md), [5g](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/5g.md), [Bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [Blackberry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackberry.md), [Ham Radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [Intel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intel.md), [Nikola Tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nikola-tesla.md), [Space Force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-force.md), [Technology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/technology.md), [Tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 39

### General Steven Kwast, Space Energy, Wireless Power Paradigm

- **Episode:** [1844: Second Half of Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1844-second-half-of-show.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-19
- **Time:** 1:06:51–1:11:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1844-second-half-of-show/chapter/general-steven-kwast-space-energy-wireless-power-paradigm.md

Retired Air Force General Steven Kwast delivered a speech emphasizing the strategic importance of space for energy and transportation. Kwast claims that existing technology could deliver humans anywhere on Earth in under an hour and provide wireless energy from space, potentially replacing the current expensive and wasteful energy paradigm with a system inspired by Nikola Tesla.

Keywords: steven kwast, [space force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-force.md), [wireless power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wireless-power.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy.md), [transportation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transportation.md)

### Silent Disco Conferences, Wireless Headphones, Ear Mold

- **Episode:** [1792: Meloni in the Middle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1792-meloni-in-the-middle.md)
- **Published:** 2025-08-21
- **Time:** 1:47:25–1:53:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1792-meloni-in-the-middle/chapter/silent-disco-conferences-wireless-headphones-ear-mold.md

The Podcast Movement conference in Dallas utilized a "silent disco" format for its expo hall stages, where attendees used wireless headphones to listen to speakers. This technology allowed multiple presentations to occur simultaneously in an open space without audio interference. While effective for audience engagement, the shared use of headphones raised concerns about hygiene and "ear mold."

Keywords: [podcast movement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-movement.md), soundstack, wireless headphones, [trade shows](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-shows.md), [dallas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dallas.md)

### Space-Based Solar Power, Iceland Geothermal Energy

- **Episode:** [1710: Bro Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1710-bro-media.md)
- **Published:** 2024-11-07
- **Time:** 2:33:00–2:37:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1710-bro-media/chapter/space-based-solar-power-iceland-geothermal-energy.md

A project to beam solar energy from satellites to Iceland by 2036 is critiqued as unnecessary given Iceland's abundant geothermal resources. The technical challenges of "beaming" wireless electricity are discussed, with comparisons to Nikola Tesla's theories. The hosts share personal anecdotes about the sulfurous smell of volcanic water in Reykjavik.

Keywords: [solar power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-power.md), [iceland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iceland.md), geothermal, [reykjavik](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reykjavik.md), wireless electricity

### Wireless EV Charging Road, Detroit Electric Avenue

- **Episode:** [1613: Fossil Fools](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1613-fossil-fools.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-03
- **Time:** 48:37–51:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1613-fossil-fools/chapter/wireless-ev-charging-road-detroit-electric-avenue.md

Detroit unveils a one-mile stretch of road equipped with wireless charging coils for electric vehicles, developed by the Israeli company Electrion. Critics point out the $6 million per mile cost and the impracticality of maintaining such technology in cities with severe pothole issues.

Keywords: [detroit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/detroit.md), electrion, wireless charging, [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), [potholes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/potholes.md)

### FEMA Emergency Alert System Test and 5G Conspiracy Theories

- **Episode:** [1596: Flagger](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1596-flagger.md)
- **Published:** 2023-10-05
- **Time:** 15:12–18:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1596-flagger/chapter/fema-emergency-alert-system-test-and-5g-conspiracy-theories.md

The nationwide FEMA emergency alert test conducted on October 4, 2023, is reviewed following public concerns about high-frequency tones and 5G activation. Despite online conspiracy theories suggesting the signal would cause physical harm or activate nanoparticles, no widespread adverse effects were reported. One host notes receiving the alert in Spanish on a specialized mobile device.

Keywords: [fema](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema.md), [emergency alert system](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emergency-alert-system.md), [5g](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/5g.md), [cell phones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cell-phones.md), [wireless emergency alerts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wireless-emergency-alerts.md)

### DARPA Wireless Power, Directed Energy Weapons and Starlink

- **Episode:** [1589: Valudation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1589-valudation.md)
- **Published:** 2023-09-10
- **Time:** 2:57:50–3:01:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1589-valudation/chapter/darpa-wireless-power-directed-energy-weapons-and-starlink.md

DARPA announced the "POWER" program, which aims to create a wireless energy transfer infrastructure using high-energy lasers to power military bases. While presented as a logistics solution, critics view it as a potential directed energy weapon. The hosts also discuss sightings of "Starlink trains" in the night sky, questioning the low altitude and visibility of the satellite constellations.

Keywords: [darpa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darpa.md), [directed energy weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/directed-energy-weapons.md), [starlink](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starlink.md), laser technology, [wireless power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wireless-power.md)

### Permissive Parenting and Gabb Wireless

- **Episode:** [1574: X-Ray Specs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1574-x-ray-specs.md)
- **Published:** 2023-07-20
- **Time:** 2:31:59–2:35:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1574-x-ray-specs/chapter/permissive-parenting-and-gabb-wireless.md

The hosts discuss the rise of "permissive parenting," a style characterized by high levels of nurturing but a lack of discipline or structure. They contrast this with a growing movement of parents who are refusing to give their children smartphones, as highlighted in Barry Weiss's "The Free Press." The segment recommends "Gabb Wireless" as a safe alternative that provides the appearance of a smartphone without internet or social media access.

Keywords: permissive parenting, [smartphones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smartphones.md), gabb wireless, [barry weiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barry-weiss.md), [free press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-press.md)

### Los Angeles Emergency Alerts, Dodger Stadium Testing Surge

- **Episode:** [1294: Ephemeral Experience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1294-ephemeral-experience.md)
- **Published:** 2020-11-13
- **Time:** 5:05–7:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1294-ephemeral-experience/chapter/los-angeles-emergency-alerts-dodger-stadium-testing-surge.md

Mayor Eric Garcetti's office utilized the Wireless Emergency Alert system, typically reserved for Amber Alerts or severe weather, to send a citywide COVID-19 text notification to Los Angeles residents. The alert prompted thousands of vehicles to line up at the Dodger Stadium testing site, causing wait times to exceed 30 minutes. Critics argue these mass alerts are designed to artificially inflate testing numbers to justify further economic lockdowns during the "dark winter."

Keywords: [eric garcetti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-garcetti.md), [dodger stadium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dodger-stadium.md), wireless emergency alert, [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md), [covid testing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-testing.md)

### Broadway Payment Systems and Theater Selfie Culture

- **Episode:** [1202: Invidious Phobias](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1202-invidious-phobias.md)
- **Published:** 2019-12-29
- **Time:** 19:38–21:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1202-invidious-phobias/chapter/broadway-payment-systems-and-theater-selfie-culture.md

A visit to the Broadway production of *Moulin Rouge* highlights the inefficiency of modern wireless card terminals compared to cash. The report also critiques the behavior of audience members who rush the stage during intermission to take selfies for social media.

Keywords: moulin rouge, [broadway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadway.md), wireless terminals, [instagram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/instagram.md), [theater etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theater-etiquette.md)

### Texzon Wireless Power and Zenneck Wave Technology

- **Episode:** [1202: Invidious Phobias](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1202-invidious-phobias.md)
- **Published:** 2019-12-29
- **Time:** 2:39:19–2:46:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1202-invidious-phobias/chapter/texzon-wireless-power-and-zenneck-wave-technology.md

A company called Texzon is developing wireless power transmission based on the "Zenneck wave" theory, a ground-wave technology related to Nikola Tesla's early 20th-century work. The CEO claims the system is safer than current RF standards and could eventually provide commercial-grade power over any distance.

Keywords: texzon, zenneck wave, [wireless power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wireless-power.md), [nikola tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nikola-tesla.md), rf safety

### General Stephen Kwast and Space-Based Solar Power

- **Episode:** [1200: Hell Mouth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1200-hell-mouth.md)
- **Published:** 2019-12-20
- **Time:** 2:25:15–2:30:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1200-hell-mouth/chapter/general-stephen-kwast-and-space-based-solar-power.md

Retired Air Force General Stephen Kwast delivers a speech regarding the strategic importance of Space Force. He claims that technology exists today to deliver wireless energy and Wi-Fi from space, potentially changing world power dynamics and eliminating the need for traditional power grids.

Keywords: stephen kwast, [space force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-force.md), [wireless power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wireless-power.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), free energy

### BBC Andrew Neil Podcast Depravity Clip

- **Episode:** [1147: OTARD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1147-otard.md)
- **Published:** 2019-06-20
- **Time:** 1:00:04–1:01:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1147-otard/chapter/bbc-andrew-neil-podcast-depravity-clip.md

BBC presenter Andrew Neil expressed mock horror at his television show being replaced by a podcast in the autumn schedule. Neil jokingly referred to the move as a "depth of depravity" for BBC schedulers. The clip is highlighted as a badge of honor for the podcasting medium as it continues to displace traditional broadcast formats.

Keywords: [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), andrew neal, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [wireless](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wireless.md), media shifts

### Presidential Alert System Test Failures

- **Episode:** [1074: Boo You](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1074-boo-you.md)
- **Published:** 2018-10-05
- **Time:** 2:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1074-boo-you/chapter/presidential-alert-system-test-failures.md

The hosts discuss the recent nationwide test of the Presidential Alert system, noting that many people, including themselves and their family members, did not receive the notification. Technical requirements for the "911 chip" in newer phones are explored as a reason for the failure. One host recounts a weekend on Lake Travis with a former New York banker who did receive the alert on his boat.

Keywords: presidential alert, fems, [nokia e71](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nokia-e71.md), samsung galaxy, [wireless emergency alerts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wireless-emergency-alerts.md)

### Nigel Farage on Ryanair, Brexit and AM Radio

- **Episode:** [1014: Rise of the Betas](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1014-rise-of-the-betas.md)
- **Published:** 2018-03-08
- **Time:** 2:30:43–2:33:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1014-rise-of-the-betas/chapter/nigel-farage-on-ryanair-brexit-and-am-radio.md

Nigel Farage criticized Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary for threatening to ground flights to persuade British voters that they were lied to about Brexit. Farage called O'Leary's comments "disgusting" and noted his shift from calling the EU an "evil empire" to supporting the project. The segment also noted the cultural significance of AM radio (the "wireless") in the UK and U.S. for political talk.

Keywords: [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [ryanair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ryanair.md), michael o'leary, [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [am radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/am-radio.md), [wireless](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wireless.md)

### 5G Technology, Intel's Olympic Marketing

- **Episode:** [1008: Ghost Guns](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1008-ghost-guns.md)
- **Published:** 2018-02-18
- **Time:** 1:52:33–1:57:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1008-ghost-guns/chapter/5g-technology-intel-s-olympic-marketing.md

Intel is using the PyeongChang Olympics as a test site for 5G technology, though critics label the effort more of a PR stunt than a functional deployment. Since 5G-capable handsets are not yet widely available to consumers, the "experiment" lacks a real-world user base. The discussion also touched on the technical differences between GSM and CDMA standards and the potential health concerns associated with high-frequency wireless signals.

Keywords: [5g](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/5g.md), [intel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intel.md), [pyeongchang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pyeongchang.md), wireless technology, [gsm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gsm.md)

### Hawaii Missile Alert, False Alarm and Emergency Management Response

- **Episode:** [999: Nein Nein Nein](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/999-nein-nein-nein.md)
- **Published:** 2018-01-18
- **Time:** 4:28–9:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/999-nein-nein-nein/chapter/hawaii-missile-alert-false-alarm-and-emergency-management-response.md

A false ballistic missile alert was transmitted to cell phones, televisions, and radios across Hawaii on January 13, 2018. Governor David Ige and Emergency Management Administrator Vern Miyagi attributed the error to a mistake made by an employee during a routine shift change. The alert, which stated "this is not a drill," caused widespread panic for 38 minutes before a formal cancellation was issued via the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System.

Keywords: [hawaii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii.md), [ballistic missile](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ballistic-missile.md), [false alarm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/false-alarm.md), vern miyagi, wireless emergency alert, [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md)

### Extra TV Native Advertising, Total Wireless and Editing Techniques

- **Episode:** [961: Big BRICS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/961-big-brics.md)
- **Published:** 2017-09-03
- **Time:** 1:38:24–1:41:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/961-big-brics/chapter/extra-tv-native-advertising-total-wireless-and-editing-techniques.md

An "Extra TV" segment featuring Tamera Mowry-Housley is identified as a native advertisement for Total Wireless. The segment is criticized for its extremely tight editing, which squeezed 15 to 20 cuts into a single minute to meet a strict 60-second runtime.

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### New York City Studio IFB Frequencies

- **Episode:** [787: Climate Deaths](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/787-climate-deaths.md)
- **Published:** 2016-01-03
- **Time:** 1:40:23–1:42:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/787-climate-deaths/chapter/new-york-city-studio-ifb-frequencies.md

A list of 15 wireless IFB (Interruptible Foldback) frequencies used by New York City television studios has been circulated among amateur radio operators. These unencrypted frequencies allow anyone with a receiver within range to hear live, behind-the-scenes audio from control rooms and anchors.

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### James Foley Beheading Video Analysis

- **Episode:** [645: Ghost of Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/645-ghost-of-austin.md)
- **Published:** 2014-08-22
- **Time:** 1:24:42–1:28:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/645-ghost-of-austin/chapter/james-foley-beheading-video-analysis.md

The video of journalist James Foley's alleged beheading by ISIS is scrutinized for signs of being staged. Observations include the lack of blood during the initial cutting, the use of a wireless lavalier microphone on Foley, and the "fade to black" before the actual execution. The hosts suggest the production quality and staging indicate a psychological operation rather than a spontaneous act.

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### Wireless Emergency Alerts, Android Settings and Presidential Alerts

- **Episode:** [557: Kalemia](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/557-kalemia.md)
- **Published:** 2013-10-17
- **Time:** 2:07:32–2:09:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/557-kalemia/chapter/wireless-emergency-alerts-android-settings-and-presidential-alerts.md

The hosts examine the settings for the Commercial Mobile Alert System (CMAS) on mobile devices, noting that while most alerts can be disabled, "Presidential Alerts" are mandatory. They discuss the "slave training" aspect of these systems, which are designed to instruct the public to "shelter in place" during emergencies. The segment highlights the increasing integration of government messaging into personal technology.

Keywords: cmas, [wireless emergency alerts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wireless-emergency-alerts.md), presidential alerts, [android](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/android.md), [iphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone.md)

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